What We Do
NuFound21 provides:
- Survivor-centered and survivor led support spaces.
- Trauma-informed trainings for professionals.
- Educational tools and resources.
- Art and fashion-based healing programs.
Who We Serve
- Survivors
- Youth ages 12-21.
- Safe, trauma-informed spaces for healing and understanding.
- Professionals
Trainings for justice detention centers, healthcare, education, community organizations ect. - Community & Supporters
Opportunities to join and be part of the movement.
Our Impact!
Among youth and young adult viewers (n=13), Fashioning Charel demonstrated strong educational and healing outcomes. Ninety-two percent of participants reported learning strategies to cope with trauma, while 84.6% stated they would recommend the documentary to a peer. Notably, 30.8% shared that the film brought up personal experiences they had never disclosed before, suggesting the documentary creates opportunities for reflection, dialogue, and healing. Additionally, 100% of participants expressed interest in a companion healing workbook, highlighting the need for continued survivor-centered support and education.
About NuFound21
Professional Training & Engagement Experience
NuFound21 has delivered trainings and presentations to a range of professional and academic audiences, including:
Medical students and healthcare providers, including training sessions with Duke University School of Medicine and emergency department teams.
Social work students and faculty at Dominican University New York.
Domestic violence and sexual assault service providers across community-based organizations.
National audiences through virtual trainings and professional development sessions.
These engagements focus on the intersection of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking, with an emphasis on trauma-informed, survivor-centered practice and real-world application.
"I believe change starts with the adults in order to ensure the safety and well being of our kids!"
Charel Murrell